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In this episode, Randall & Arielle dive into the Week 1 slate of games in the NFL and discuss the wild play-calling by Bronco's coach Nathaniel Hackett at the end of the Broncos vs. Seahawks game.

Randall & Arielle discuss the final verdict from the NFL on Deshawn Watson's misconduct case. Also, the crew discusses the Atlanta Falcon's NFL Preseason performance.

In this episode, Randall & Arielle dive in on the latest in the Brittany Griner case and the opinions that have gathered around her 9-year sentencing on social media. They also discuss the latest details on Deshaun Watson and the NFL's appeal for a one-year ban for him.

Randall & Arielle return to give their take on Deshawn Watson's ongoing civil case, which is one of the biggest stories in sports. Randall & Arielle react to the information presented at the time of recording (recorded on August 2). Since then, the NFL has appealed the 6-game suspension that arbitrator and former Federal Judge Sue Robinson recommends as Rodger Goodell & the NFL lobby for a one-year ban. However, a report from ESPN says that he will be starting for the Browns in their first pre-season game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars at the time of the release of this episode (August 11). We will further update our reporting and opinions on this story moving forward.

In this episode, Randall recaps Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the Celtics and Warriors. Game 2 wasn't all that newsworthy but Randall breaks down the biggest mistakes that were made. He also talks Draymond Green hosting his podcast during the playoffs and how Stephen A. Smith has turned into a caricature of himself.

In this episode, Randall returns to give his reaction to the Celtics dominant 4th quarter surge in game 1 of the NBA Finals to steal home court from the Warriors. Randall also reacts to Mark Jones's cringe commentary during the game, including him comparing the Celtics 4th quarter run to the January 6th Insurrection.

In this episode, Randall gives his visceral feelings on the Phoenix Suns (his NBA Finals Pick) losing to the Suns after going up 2-0 in the series. Randall calls this series loss by the Suns the biggest choke job in NBA History and salutes the Dallas Mavericks for making it happen.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle talk about the storylines surrounding the NBA including Draymond's game 1 ejection vs. the Grizzlies and Dillon Brooks severely injuring Gary Payton II in Game 2. They then react to J.J. Reddick checking Mad Dog over odd comments over Draymond Green flipping the bird at Memphis Grizzlies fans, which leads to a debate about if Rya Tannehill should be a mentor to Malik Willis. Randall & Arielle also celebrate all the HBCU Players drafted and signing Free Agent deals as well as getting rookie mini-camp invites.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle talk the NBA Playoffs and Randall talks about what the teams eliminated in the first round need to work on to improve going into next year. They also give their round 2 picks and react live to news that Zion Williamson plans to sign an extension with the New Orleans Pelicans in the offseason.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle return to recap the first round of the NFL Draft. Arielle previews the draftees' futures in the NFL and who are the best players left on the board. Randall poses the question of if Travon Walker should've been selected first by the Jaguars or if they should've tried to get Trevor Lawrence an offensive weapon. Also, Randall & Arielle break down the prospects of HBCU players getting drafted this year and who they think will have their name called.

In this episode, Randall reacts to Day 2 of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. He talks about what the Hawks need to do to counteract being blown out by the Heat, the questionable defense by the Nets that led to Jayson Tatum's buzzer beater, the Bulls choking a surprisingly close game against the Bucks and the Pelicans giving the Suns a 2nd half challenge. Randall also discusses the NBA Awards finalist and who should win (or have been nominated) for each award.

In this episode, Randall recaps the first day of the NBA Playoffs. He talks about the glaring problems with the Jazz despite them winning a close game against the Luka-less Dallas Mavericks. Randall also breaks down the Minnesota Timberwolves's convincing win over the red hot Minnesota Timberwolves. He talks about why he believes that this matchup of Anthony Edwards vs. Ja Morant will make this series the most exciting in the whole playoffs and even breaks down the off the court antics of the game such as ESPN's audio issues, Stephen A. Smith & Jalen Rose struggling to do color commentary and the Glen Taylor protester that chained herself to the backboard. Lastly, Randall uses the Raptors/76ers & Nuggets/Suns to talk about James Harden leaving his prime and give his honest opinion on Nikola Jokic.

In this episode, Randall breaks down Hawks dramatic win over the Cavaliers in the Play-In Tournament Finale. Randall starts the discussion of if Trae Young is the clutchest player in the NBA after his 32 point second half en route to 38 points in the game. Randall also breaks down the Cinderella run by the Pelicans and if the Clippers past few years with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George have been a failure.

In this episode, Randall breaks down his full slate of NBA Playoff predictions for the 1st round. Randall reacts to the breaking news that Paul George will be out against the Pelicans due to contracting COVID-19 and if the Hawks can knock off the Cavs to get back to the NBA Playoffs.

In this episode, Randall breaks down how the Hawks destroyed the Hornets and proved that Trae Young is a better player than LaMelo Ball. Randall also makes the case that the Hawks proved that they're more of a scary playoff threat than the Nets. Randall also talks about CJ McCollum's monster game against the Spurs that leads them to a showdown with the LA Clippers on Friday night.

In this episode, Randall reacts live to the Nets win over the Cavaliers and the Timberwolves emotional win over the Clippers. Randall saw glaring weaknesses in the Net's gameplay that will haunt them in their first round matchup against the Celtics that he details. He also talks about the amazing game between the T'Wovles & Clippers that even featured an Animal Rights Activist gluing herself to the court in protest.

In this episode, Randall previews the play-in bracket and talks which teams he believes will keep their season alive. He also talks about why Joel Embiid should be MVP and if Matisse Thybulle being unable to play in Toronto due to his vaccination status will affect the 76ers in the first round. Randall also muses on if Doc Rivers is really a bad coach after Twitter deems that he's horrible at every aspect of the job.

Randall returns to Pulse Radio to give his take on Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars. He deconstructs the narrative that Will Smith's actions were an inditement on Black people as well as shifting the conversation on where it should be: Chris Rock's rationed response in the moment.

On this episode, Randall reacts to the opinion that “Proud Family: Louder & Prouder” has surpassed the original series. Randall evicerates that talking point while also praising the latest episode addressing homophobia. Randall also reacts to Grownish surprisingly getting a Season 5 and shows love to “All American: Homecoming” and “Bel Air” two of his favorite shows on TV now.

In this episode, Randall does a week in review covering the social media chatter around Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Are social media users joking too much about the war going on abroad. Randall also gives a unique opinion about the backlash over the Applebee's commercial that played during the coverage of the Ukraine Invasion. Randall then speaks on media ethics in relations to Jason Lee & Hollywood Unlocked's story releasing a false story about the death of Queen Elizabeth ll.

On this episode, Randall speaks with Celebrity Orthodontist Dr. Bobbi Peterson. Dr. Bobbi is the first woman to invent an Electric Toothbrush. Dr. Bobbi speaks about her HBCU upbringing and her success building her orthodontic practice.

In this episode, Randall reviews the first two episodes of “The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder”. Randall is a die-hard fan of The Proud Family series but takes the reboot to task for making too many changes to an already established formula and flow for the show.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle recap the Super Bowl and the hype around it. The crew dives into the on-field action, including questionable calls that very well could've shifted the game. They also discuss the outlook on Joe Burrow and Matthew Strafford now that the big game is over. Was this a fluke season for Burrow? Did Stafford stamp his ballot to the Hall-Of-Fame? Randall & Arielle also discuss the cultural moments around the Super Bowl including the halftime show and the huge ratings numbers.

In this episode, Pulse Politics returns to tackle the lead up to the mid-term elections. Randall & Tiara Thomas debunk the lie that the Biden Administration would be distributing crack pipes to drug users and rate the Biden Administration's work over their past year in office. Randall specifically brings up the progress that the administration has made, calling other opportunities to do the same instead of reporting negative news.

In this episode, Randall reacts to the Nets trading James Harden to the 76ers for Ben Simmons, Seth Curry & Andre Drummond. Randall breaks down the trade, where the Net's superteam experiment went wrong and how the balance of power shifts in the East. Randall also reacts to the other at-the-deadline trades and accesses if it makes sense for the team's futures.

Randall reacts to the breaking news via Shams Charania of the Athletic that the Brooklyn Nets are open to trading James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Ben Simmons by the February 10th trade deadline. Randall rejoices at the news, seeing the death of the concept of superteams as well as the possibility to create an intriguing rivalry in the NBA by putting James Harden in Philidelphia.

In this episode, Randall & Arielle react to the Championship Round of the NFL Playoffs and the collapse of the Superbowl favorite Chiefs and the hypocrisy of Jimmy Garoppolo saying he wants to be "on a team that wants to win" after his team made it to the NFC Championship. The crew also celebrates Tom Brady's 22 year career and discuss if there's anyone in this new generation of Quarterbacks that will take his place. Also, Randall & Arielle give their early Super Bowl predictions!

In this episode, Randall pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and shares his “Randall's Thoughts” segment from last year reacting to the one-year anniversary of his passing. Randall then speaks on the surging Hawks and their big matchup against the Celtics being pivotal to get back in the Playoff picture as well as how the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs proved that they are far ahead of the NBA as a product.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle overlook a mostly boring first week of NFL Playoff Football by taking a look at the world of media. Randall watched the whole entire Nickelodeon NFL Wildcard broadcast and gives his takeaways and his prediction as to where sports broadcasting is going. Randall & Arielle then discuss if former sports players are taking jobs from sports journalists that studied the craft. They close the show speaking about the controversy surrounding the failed spike at the end of the 49ers vs. Cowboys game and the gruesome injury to Budda Baker as well as discussing their picks for the weekend.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle give their first reaction to Georgia finally getting the win over Alabama. Randall goes after Stenson Bennett for having a subpar game and being carried by the defense but it not being brought to light because they won. Randall & Arielle also preview NFL Wildcard weekend and Arielle gives her playoff predictions. They also discuss ViacomCBS featuring another NFL game on Nickelodeon (49ers vs. Cowboys Wildcard Game) and if it's unnecessary,

On this episode, Randall & Arielle speak on the Antonio Brown saga and if we believe that it was foul play on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They also discuss the College Football Championship matchup against Georgia & Alabama and if Georgia has a chance. They end off speaking about the possible NFL playoff scenarios and Randall gives his bold Superbowl Prediction.

In the first episode of 2022, Randall revisits the January 6 insurrection. Today is the one-year anniversary of the insurrection and Randall plays back the live podcast he did that day giving his visceral reaction to the attack on the capital and the thoughts from callers from the HBCU Pulse Audience.

In the last new edition of Pulse Radio, Randall ends off the year thanking everyone for their support on this journey with the podcast. Randall interveiws Jeremiah O'Bryant, 2020-2021 Norfolk State University SGA President and Author of the book "Prosper". Randall also is interviewed by former college roommate and owner of Grvy Wear Siyani Boyd about his mental health journey post graduation.

In this special episode, Randall reacts to the news that No. 2 College Prospect Travis Hunter signed with Jackson State University after committing to Florida State University in March 2020 and being heavily recruited by Georgia in the Fall. Hunter's decision drew criticism from several media members and non-HBCU graduates, including syndicated Fox Sports Radio personality Doug Gottelib. Randall responds to the haters and specifically targets Doug Gottelib for his tweets and comments on his Radio Show about Deion Sanders, Jackson State & HBCU Football.

On this episode, Arielle details Mac Jones' chase for the Lombardi trophy as the New England Patriots set up for a great future post Tom Brady's departure. She also looks at the AFC wildcard picture and breaks down the playoff implications as we head into the final weeks of the season.

The Atlanta Mayoral Race just concluded and Andre Dickerson emerged the winner. However, Mayoral Candidate Felicia Moore went to TMZ and alleged that legendary rapper TI & “Fanbase” social media app creator Issac Hayes lll. Randall sets the table about the situation and why local radio matters after T.I. & Issac (alongside Killer Mike) responded to her appearance on TMZ on Atlanta station V103. He also plays their appearance on the Big Tigger Morning Show as they give their side of the situation and their analysis on why Moore lost.

Randall gives his first thoughts about the Oklahoma City Thunder losing to the Memphis Grizzlies by 73 points and breaks down what happened and how the Thunder & Grizzlies were a part of NBA history.

In this episode, Randall returns from the Thanksgiving Break and speaks about the storylines starting to take form in the NBA. He recaps the Suns dominant win over the Warriors and why they should be on everyone's radar. Randall also is joined by Arielle to talk his picks for the top NBA games of the weekend.

On this episode, Randall & Arielle reunite! They speak about their Thanksgiving Holiday weekend as well as Randall's birthday coming up on Christmas. This leads them into a debate about if the NFL's tradition of Thanksgiving games or the NBA's marquee Christmas matchups are better. Arielle also teaches Randall how to be a true fan of a team, even through the roller coasters of a season. Arielle uses her experience as an Atlanta Falcons fan to prep Randall for what's to come for the Los Angeles Lakers with LeBron on Health & Safety protocols.

In a special episode, Randall gives his raw thoughts about the altercation between LeBron James & Isaiah Stewart during the Lakers vs. Pistons game Sunday Evening. He breaks down the facts, talks about if LeBron should've been ejected per the NBA rules and if he should be suspended.

In this episode, Randall reacts to the three games he had his eye on Wednesday night (Lakers vs. Bucks, Cavaliers vs. Nets, Celtics vs. Hawks). Randall also gives his weekend NBA predictions.

In this special episode, Randall speaks with Howard University alumna and Director of OWN Unscripted Series “Black Love”. She speaks about the friendship and community she gained at her HBCU, the creation of the Black Love organization and their partnership with Target for the #HBCULove campaign.

We had some late signings last Thursday with Cam Newton returning to the Panthers and OBJ to the Rams. Arielle talks about their performance and the Packers shutting out Russell Wilson in his return game. Arielle continues her “Eat My Words” segment and takes a look at some wild card predictions for a wild week.

In this episode, Randall reacts to the news that Rapper & Entreprenuer Young Dolph was shot and killed in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee earlier today. Randall speaks about the impact that he had on the rap game & shares his raw reaction to the news.

Randall gives his postgame reaction to the Warriors dominant win over the Nets. The Warriors defense held up against Kevin Durant and James Harden, holding them each to six made field goals and Steph got 37 points with 9 made three-pointers. Randall argues that the Nets are not a good team and that their play against teams in the playoff hunt in the East will prove the point.

On this episode, Randall gives his thoughts on the revival of former CW & BET hit show “The Game”. After years of speculation since the show's second series finale in 2015, “The Game'' has been rebooted and is streaming on Paramount+. Randall gives his honest review of the show, recapping the two premiere episodes, and argues that they shouldn't have brought it back.

In this episode, Randall gives his thoughts on the Laker's overtime win over the Jimmy Butler-less Miami Heat a few minutes after it ended and roasts ESPN for putting the Cade Cunningham vs. Jalen Green matchup on the air over Mavs/Bulls and Hornets/Grizzles. Randall then breaks down why the Atlanta Hawks are on a 5-game losing streak and if early season games matter at the end of the year. Randall then gives his weekend game predictions, hoping to turn the tide from a rough weekend for picks last time.

In this episode Arielle speaks about the crazy storylines surrounding Week 9 as teams only have seven more games to make a playoff run. Arielle speaks on Aaron Rodgers COVID Drama and Jordan Love's performance against the Chiefs. Arielle also debuts a new segment called “Eat My Words” where she spotlights team & players that made her eat her words from past takes.

On this episode, Randall dives into the report of the toxic environment that Suns Governor Robert Sarver has created in the organization. Randall says that being a leader is hard but being a decent human being should be easy. Randall also dives into if the Brooklyn Nets are on the right path with their recent three game win streak and gives his Quick Picks on a stacked NBA weekend of games.

On this episode, Arielle recaps Halloween Weekend in the NFL. The Cardinals notched their first loss to start the weekend and Tom Brady & the Buccaneers lost to a Jamis Winston & Taysom Hill less Saints. Arielle analyzes the recent trade deadline and determines who the winners and losers are as we move into the end of the year. Arielle also speaks on her favorite team the Atlanta Falcons and how they can follow the Braves in their winning ways.

In this episode, Arielle speaks about the fast approaching trade deadline and the possible defensive moves will are make. We also discuss a possible Deshawn Watson trade to the Miami Dolphins and the off-the-field stories surrounding Tom Brady's performance against the Chicago Bears.